Award-Winning Legal Representation For Passengers Who Have Been Victims of Maritime Accidents and Injuries in Los Angeles
Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. are the nation’s leading maritime lawyers with staff licensed in the state of California to better assist residents of Los Angeles with any maritime-related injuries. If you are a passenger or crewmember and suffered devastating injuries while traveling at sea, you may be entitled to total compensation for your damages. Our team of experienced Los Angeles maritime lawyers at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. are here to help you maximize your restitution so you can get back to your life.
We are the nation’s leading maritime lawyers and will stop at nothing to help our clients get justice for their suffering. In fact, US News & World Report named us “Lawyer of the Year” in Admiralty & Maritime in 2020 and 2025. Do not hesitate to contact us today at 877-233-1238 to schedule your free case review.
Meet Our Maritime Lawyers
Our team of 20 full-time maritime attorneys are ready to help you get the compensation you deserve. We have offices in 7 states strategically throughout the United States, and attorneys licensed in the state of California.
Charles R. Lipcon
Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers ® Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Club Million Dollar Advocates Club
Jason R. Margulies
Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers ® Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers
Michael A. Winkleman
Best Lawyers in America Best Law Firms (US News) SuperLawyers Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Florida in 2017
Jacqueline Garcell Lewis
Best Lawyers in America Top 50 Personal Injury Verdicts in Florida in 2017 SuperLawyers
Carol L. Finklehoffe
L. Alex Perez
Daniel Grammes
Stefanie Black
Geoffrey Probst
Craig Liszt
Elizabeth Irazabal
Eliana Aklepi
Ashley E. Wentz
Jillian Blumenthal
Nicolas Lipcon
Kevin Niser
Maritime Lawyers Licensed In The State of California
Board-certified maritime lawyer Carol L. Finklehoffe, who has over 30 years in the cruise law industry, oversees our California operation, with full support from the entire staff at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. She is a Certified Specialist in Admiralty and Maritime Law, with a concentration in sexual assault claims, crew and passenger personal injury lawsuits, and wrongful death.
When you need a lawyer you can rely on to deliver results, attorney Finklehoffe is a powerful legal advocate, providing over 28 years of experience and contributing to more than $500 million in resolutions for our clients. Find out how much your maritime case could be worth by contacting our team to learn what your next steps should be.
What To Do After A Maritime Injury In Los Angeles
Knowing what steps to take right after an accident can make a real difference in your case. Seek medical attention first, even if your injuries seem minor at the time, since some maritime injuries don’t show symptoms right away.
Protecting Your Claim From The Start
Once you are safe, try to document what happened. If you can, take photos of the accident scene, get the names of any witnesses, and report the incident to your employer or the vessel operator in writing. Keep copies of any medical records, incident reports, and correspondence related to your injury, since this information can help support your claim later on.
Insurance adjusters and shipping companies often reach out quickly after an accident, and their goal is usually to limit what they pay out. Before speaking with anyone from the other side or signing any documents, it may help to talk with a maritime injury lawyer who can help protect your rights.
Shipping Companies Operating Out Of Los Angeles
Shipping companies in and around Los Angeles are abundant. Some of the most well-known include those operating in and around the Port of Los Angeles. Some of the most well-known include:
- Central Freight Lines
- Central Transport
- Clear Lane Freight Systems
- Dependable Highway Express
- Frontline Freight
- Frozen Food Express (FFE)
- H2O Logistics
- City Business Shipping
- Unival-Logistics
- Oceanstar
- FFQO US
- Amerijet International
- KR Cargo Shipping
The Port of Los Angeles has ranked as the number one container port in the Western Hemisphere for 26 consecutive years, and its scale means dock work, cargo handling, and vessel traffic carry real injury risk for the workers and crew who keep it running.
Our Team Can Help Injured Victims With A Variety Of Maritime Cases
Maritime laws apply to accidents and injuries that occur on vessels, ships, and the navigable waters. These accidents and incidents can take many forms. However, some of the more common types of maritime injury cases our team handles include:
- Cruise Ship Accidents & Injuries
- Cruise Ship Rape
- Cruise Passenger Disappearances
- Cruise Ship Overboard Accidents
- Cruise Ship Drowning Accidents
- Cruise Ship Medical Malpractice
- FlowRider Accidents
- Seaman’s Claims
- Boating Accidents
- Yacht Accidents
- Jet Ski Accidents
- Parasailing Accidents
- Scuba Diving Accidents
- Barge, Cargo, and Tanker Accidents
- Commercial Fishing Accidents
- Shore Excursion Accidents
- Hotel, Resort, and Vacation Accidents
- Hotel Rape anted Sexual Assault
These are only a few of the different types of accidents and events that can occur on the water. If you were injured in another way we did not include above, do not hesitate to contact our office to find out whether you have grounds for a maritime injury claim.
Yacht And Boating Accidents In Los Angeles
You may also have the right to compensation if you suffered injuries in a yacht or boating accident. Depending on the specific circumstances of your case, you may have the opportunity to pursue compensation across multiple avenues.
How Long Do You Have to File Your Claim?
Although pursuing your legal case after a maritime injury may be the furthest thing from your mind, it is important to take action on your claim in a timely manner.
Partner With Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A.
Suffering an injury as a crew member, other maritime employee, or passenger can be devastating. Our dedicated Los Angeles maritime lawyers at Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. have recovered well over $500 million for our clients, and our attorneys have been named “Lawyer of the Year”® by US News & World Report. With over 250 years of combined experience across our team, we know how to build a strong maritime injury claim.
Reach out to our team for a no-cost, risk-free case review. Fill out our convenient contact form or call our office at 877-233-1238 to find out more about what’s next for your maritime injury claim.
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